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 Profile
of Emily Bayer, Intern, 5Senses Design and Event Planning, 4/07
Photo by Alexis Yakemovic, PPW/Writing Center Publicity Intern
Story by Emily Bayer
At the beginning
of the semester, I wasn't sure in would be able to juggle my class
work, internship, and busy lifestyle. I was worried about a demanding
boss or having inadequate skills. Sure, I've taken writing classes
and handed in countless projects, but I felt like that wouldn't
be enough. That anxiety quickly faded.
During the course of my internship, I worked with one of the most
pleasant, vibrant, and knowledgeable professionals I've met, picked
up on countless industry tactics, and, of course, put together some
great pieces for my portfolio.
This past semester, I interned with a local event planner at her
private firm, 5Senses Events Design. Event planning is an industry
I'm very curious about, but one you can't necessarily study. The
best way to learn is to get your hands dirty, gain some experiences,
and pick up tips as you go. My boss was also a board member for
a local nonprofit organization, so I was lucky to work in both sectors.
My main tasks included Internet research, writing press releases,
revising website text, and contacting potential companies we could
hire for events. I also got to visit potential venue sites—without
a doubt the most exciting part! I had an input on some of the most
important days of people's lives. Most of the time I couldn't believe
they were even listening to what I had to say!
My internship was a bit different from those of my classmates. I
did a lot of writing, but it wasn't my main objective. I got to
do site visits, and a large part of my work was done from my apartment.
Like most classes, the semester was due for a few small bumps in
the road. That's where class time plays in. Meeting with Pam and
the other interns gives you a chance to hear everyone else's experiences,
and share ways you can handle situations in the workplace. Pam also
provides you with some great tips—resumes, interviews, writing
your boss a thank you card, etc.
For me, the best aspect was that I got to do something different
every day. Between onsite work, working from home, class time, and
course readings, I learned so much, without feeling bombarded.
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